E88: Grief and Alcohol: Navigating Grief In SobrietyE88: Grief and Alcohol: Navigating Grief In Sobriety
Through the Glass Recovery
Grief and alcohol don’t mix. We all know this… and yet, when grief strikes, it’s hard not to want to numb the pain. We get it. In this sober podcast episode, we gathered some very special people with poignant stories together to share w
0:00•13 May 2024
Grief Without Numbing: Sober Reflections on Loss
Episode Overview
- Explore the intertwining paths of grief and sobriety with heartfelt stories from Polly, Dave, and Karina
- Discover the power of authentic emotional processing and the significance of using recovery tools
- Learn how honoring loved ones and embracing vulnerability can lead to transformative growth
- Reflect on the importance of facing grief head-on and finding healing through connection and support
- Join hosts Steve and Julie on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment in the face of challenging emotions
“Grief is an experience that simply can't be described if you've never felt it. I can say for me, grief is one of the emotions that I most dread having to deal with sober.”
How do you face the raw pain of grief without reaching for a drink? In this episode of 'Through the Glass Recovery', hosts Steve and Julie sit down with Polly, Dave, and Karina to tackle this very question. Each guest brings their own powerful story of loss and the challenges of staying sober through it all. Polly shares her experience of losing not one, but multiple loved ones, and how she found strength in vulnerability.
Dave opens up about the struggle of facing his emotions head-on, while Karina talks about the unexpected ways grief has shaped her sobriety journey. This episode isn't just about sorrow; it's about finding light in the darkest times and the incredible growth that can come from facing grief sober. If you're looking for a conversation that's as heartwarming as it is heart-wrenching, this one's for you.
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